Trademarks & Domain Names

We’re excited to learn that the 2026 Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA) will take place from 2–6 May at ExCeL London, UK. Our London team is on hand in case you have any questions about preparing your visit to the next INTA Annual Meeting.  

We’re excited to announce that the 39th MARQUES Annual Conference will take place from 16–19 September 2025 at the World Forum in The Hague, Netherlands.

From 1 December 2025, EU producers who make traditional products from a specific region can obtain the same legal status and protection as EU producers of agricultural products, wines and spirits. Volha Parfenchyk introduces the new EU protected Geographical Indication (GI), what it covers and the process of registration.  

With 24 official languages and three official alphabets, considering linguistic diversity within the EU can be a real headache when assessing the risk of trademark confusion, as Louise Péchoux discusses in the context of the recent ruling on the Schweppes May Tea trademark by the EU General Court. 

Watch the webinar recording to discover how to effectively protect your brands and consumers from online scams on social media platforms and e-commerce sites.

The '2024 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy' by the US Trade Representative (USTR) reveals some positive developments in anti-counterfeiting by e-marketplaces but an alarming rise in the sale of counterfeit medicines by illegal online pharmacies.

In today’s global marketplace, protecting your brand across borders is more complex than ever, especially when it comes to opposition, cancellation and board procedures. By leveraging local expertise and cutting-edge technology, you can power your global brand protection strategy.

Intellectual property (IP) permeates our entire social construct, including politics. In this white paper, we explore the tension between IP and political campaigns.

Join us to explore the tension between IP and politics using real-world cases, from the Obama Hope poster to Trump and IKEA v Vlaams Belang, and learn how to navigate IP conflicts, clear IP for use in campaigns, and protect and enforce your valuable assets before major announcements.

The 2025 Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA) will take place in San Diego, California, USA from 17-21 May. If you're attending, why not schedule a meeting with Novagraaf's delegation of IP experts?

Discover what conscious acquiescence is and how it may impact your ability to enforce your rights against any younger trademark registrations you have tolerated.

Brand protection is a holistic process involving multiple stakeholders. Matteo Mariano explains why you should involve your trademark attorneys early in your brand project.